Flacco’s wife is due to deliver their third child Tuesday and he said he prefers to be there for his wife during the delivery. Andy Dalton took Flacco’s spot on the Pro Bowl roster. The game will be played Sunday in Arizona.

Ravens QB Joe Flacco throws four touchdowns in losing effort

by Brandon Wise | CBSSports.com

(1/10/2015)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco threw for 292 yards with four touchdowns and two interceptions in Baltimore's 35-31 loss to New England.

It was Flacco's fourth postseason game with at least three touchdown passes and his first interceptions since 2011 in the playoffs. Flacco connected with wide receiver Kamar Aiken for a 19-yard touchdown on the team's opening drive. He followed that with a touchdown to Steve Smith Sr. from nine yards away.

Flacco then hit tight end Owen Daniels in the back of the end zone for an 11-yard score and finished his scoring by finding running back Justin Forsett out of the backfield for a 16 yard touchdown.

With the game on the line, Flacco took a shot at the end zone, trying to find Torrey Smith, but was intercepted.

"They had a new corner in there [Logan Ryan] and that safety [Duron Harmon] was cheating that way a little bit," Flacco said. "But I thought I might be able to sneak the ball in there and take a shot at the end zone and get us some points on the board there, with Torrey [Smith] on a good matchup, even though they were cheating to his side a little bit. So, I took my shot, and it just didn’t work out. Didn’t get it there."

Joe Flacco throws a pair of touchdowns in win over Pittsburgh

by Brandon Wise | CBSSports.com

(1/3/2015)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco threw for 259 yards and two touchdowns in Baltimore's 30-17 win over the Steelers Saturday.

With the Ravens up 13-9, Flacco scrambled around and found wide receiver Torrey Smith in the back of the end zone for a touchdown.

Then, after a Pittsburgh turnover, Flacco connected with tight end Crockett Gillmore for a 21 yard touchdown on the very first play of the drive.

It was Flacco's sixth post season game throwing for at least 250 yards.

The Ravens will head to New England for the divisional round of the playoffs next week.

Ravens QB Flacco turns boos into cheers with big fourth

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(12/28/2014)Boos rained down upon Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco for three quarters Sunday against Cleveland, but he turned them into cheers in an explosive fourth in leading his team to a victory and playoff berth.

Flacco missed on his first three attempts of the game and things didn't get much better. His team trailed 10-3 after three as he was just 14 of 27 for 151 yards to that point. But he sizzled thereafter, completing 8 of 9 for 161 yards and two scores in the fourth. He hit Torrey Smith against strong coverage on a perfectly thrown 53-yarder to set up a 16-yard touchdown to the same receiver. He then found Kamar Aiken for a 2-yard score to clinch the win.

He finishes the regular season with career-highs in touchdowns (26) and yards passing (3,986).

Ravens' Joe Flacco struggles mightily in loss to Texans

by Sean d'Oliveira | CBSSports.com

(12/21/2014)Along with the rest of the offense, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco had one of his worst games of the season during a 25-13 loss to the Texans Sunday.

"We got our [butt] kicked," Flacco said. "It's really simple."

The Ravens did not gain a first down until the third quarter and Flacco had a passer rating of zero at halftime. Flacco’s three interceptions were a season high and his first multiple interception game since the Week 8 loss to Cincinnati. He has not thrown multiple touchdowns without an interception in a game since Nov. 30.

Flacco completed 21 of his 50 pass attempts for 195 yards, but was able to throw two touchdowns to Torrey Smith in the second half.

The Ravens host the Browns Week 17.

Joe Flacco falters down the stretch

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(12/21/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco put together arguably his worst performance of the season together at the worst possible time for Fantasy owners, as he faltered in a Week 16 loss to the Texans.

Flacco, who had more touchdowns than interceptions in each of his previous six games, was a disaster Sunday, as he was intercepted three times before tossing a pair of second-half touchdowns. He completed just 21 of 50 passes for 195 yards, for his worst completion percentage since 2011.

Flacco had consecutive 20-Fantasy-point games as recently as Week 13 and 14, but has stumbled down the stretch, combining for 27 in Weeks 15 and 16. He has certainly improved on his dismal 2013 showing, already matching a career-high in touchdown passes, but Flacco showed once again this season to be an unreliable Fantasy quarterback, posting just four 20-plus Fantasy point games in 15 tries.

Ravens' Joe Flacco finds the end zone once Week 15

Flacco completed 20 of 30 passes for 221 yards and a score. He was fairly efficient throughout the game, as he averaged 7.4 yards per completion. Flacco wasn't bothered much by the Jacksonville defense. He was not scaked during the contest. Flacco did have four rushing attempts, gaining 8 yards.

He'll look for more Week 16 against the Texans.

Joe Flacco helps lead Ravens to victory Sunday

by Sean d'Oliveira | CBSSports.com

(12/7/2014)After going three-and-out on the team’s first three possessions, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco was able overcome his early struggles to lead the Ravens to a 28-13 victory over the Dolphins Sunday.

Flacco completed 25 of his 33 passes for 269 yards and two touchdowns. While Flacco struggled for much of the first half, he was able to lead the team on a 97-yard touchdown drive at the end of the half.

Flacco did throw an unnecessary interception in the end zone which ended his streak of 126 passes without an interception. He rushed for 16 yards on seven attempts including a 1-yard touchdown run.

The Ravens host the Jaguars Week 15.

Ravens QB Joe Flacco held to 225 passing yards in losing effort

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(11/30/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco fired a pair of touchdown passes but it wasn't enough at home against the Chargers in Week 13.

Flacco fired a 16-yard touchdown pass to Torrey Smith on the opening drive of the game. He found Smith again for a 10-yard strike in the third quarter for his second score of the game.

Flacco compiled 225 yards through the air while completing 19 of 31 pass attempts. He added two touchdowns and no interception, registering a 104.9 passer rating. He has been held under 250 passing yards in his last three games.

Flacco will look to bounce back Week 14 at Miami.

Joe Flacco highly accurate in MNF victory

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(11/24/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco completed a season-high 75 percent of his throws in Monday's 34-27 win at New Orleans. Flacco hit 18 of 24 throws for 243 yards and a touchdown with no interceptions, and he added a 3-yard rush.

In the first quarter, Flacco looked for wideout Steve Smith and he made a ridiculous 15-yard touchdown catch in tight coverage. Flacco didn't need to throw too much as the Ravens ran wild, gaining 7.0 yards per carry.

Flacco has just four touchdown passes over his last four games entering Week 13 against the Chargers.

Ravens QB Joe Flacco has modest afternoon in Week 10 win

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/9/2014)The Ravens didn't need a huge performance from quarterback Joe Flacco to sneak past the Titans Week 10. Flacco completed 16 of 27 passes for 169 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in a 21-7 win.

Running back Justin Forsett was the star on offense for Baltimore, rushing for 112 yards and two touchdowns. Flacco didn't get his only touchdown until he connected with Torrey Smith for a 32-yard score early in the fourth quarter.

Sunday was the fifth time Flacco had one or no passing touchdowns this season. He has failed to surpass 200 passing yards three times this season, including twice in the last three games.

The Ravens are on a bye Week 11 before returning to action Week 12 at New Orleans.

Joe Flacco still tough to rely on

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/7/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has had a bit of an up-and-down right recently, a trend that could continue in Week 10 against the Titans.

Flacco had 22 Fantasy points against the Steelers last week, his third with at least 18 over the last five games. However, he also has games of just 4 and 8 Fantasy points in that stretch, and is going up against an above-average Titans pass defense Sunday.

The Titans are averaging an interception per game this season, and opposing quarterbacks have just three more passing touchdowns than turnovers through eight games. They are allowing 18.5 Fantasy points per game to passers, the 13th-lowest figure in the league.

Inconsistency has defined Flacco throughout his career, so it shouldn't be much of a surprise that he has been up and down recently. He might have a good week, but Fantasy owners can probably find better matchups for Week 10 to rely on.

As Steve Smith goes, so goes Joe Flacco

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(11/3/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco's biggest games this season, at least in terms of yardage, were Weeks 1, 4 and 6. Not so coincidentally, those were also wide receiver Steve Smith's biggest games. He had seven catches for 118 yards and a touchdown Week 1 against Cincinnati, seven catches for 139 yards and two touchdowns Week 4 against Carolina and five catches for 110 yards and a touchdown Week 6 at Tampa Bay.

He had five catches for 36 yards Week 9 at Pittsburgh, when Flacco had his fourth-best game in terms of yardage, finishing with 303. But while Flacco had three and five touchdown passes in Weeks 4 and 6, respectively, he had only two in this one. Yes, with his team trailing 22-10 after two quarters and every incentive to air it out in the second half, the best he could do is 303 yards and two touchdowns.

Why not better? He didn't get Smith involved, or at least the two didn't hook up downfield like they did with regularity at the beginning of the season. Smith's speed makes him a threat to score every time he touches the ball, and Flacco benefited from that as much as Smith himself in Weeks 1, 4 and 6. But when Smith fails to deliver, Flacco is limited to numbers somewhere in the Brian Hoyer range.

At wide receiver, you can put up with Smith's inconsistencies because it's to be expected for any player outside of the top tier, but at quarterback, with all the depth at the position, you need a consistent, reliable performer. And Flacco isn't it.

Ravens QB Joe Flacco tallies 303 yards, 2 TDs in Week 9 loss

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(11/3/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco completed 30 of his 45 pass attempts for 303 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in his team's 43-23 loss to the Steelers in Week 9.

Flacco struck first, hitting Torrey Smith for a 35-yard touchdown in the first quarter, but the Ravens would be outscored 22-3 in the second quarter en route to a blowout loss. While the Baltimore quarterback wasn't able to keep up with another huge performance by Ben Roethlisberger, Flacco has thrown for 300 yards or more in four of his team's nine games while racking up 16 touchdowns and tossing just eight interceptions. He'll return home to face the Titans in Week 10.

Joe Flacco showing his true colors

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(10/26/2014)When Joe Flacco threw five touchdown passes Week 6 at Tampa Bay, I was one of those he believed he might be on the verge of a career season, buying the chemistry between him and new wide receiver Steve Smith and believing the Ravens would continue to use Justin Forsett as more of a pass catcher.

The two games since then have shown I couldn't have been more wrong.

Not that he was so bad in Week 7, but against the Falcons defense, a 1-to-1 touchdown-to-interception ratio is nothing to celebrate. And then came the disaster of Week 8 at Cincinnati, when he completed just 50 percent of his passes for 195 yards and two interceptions.

That's two touchdowns to four interceptions with an average of 226.5 yards in two games -- hardly the makings of a career season.

Of course, these last two games have been two of Smith's quietest, which probably isn't a coincidence. He certainly has more 100-yard performances in his future, and Flacco will benefit from those. But with so much depth at quarterback, Flacco's inconsistencies make him little more than a bye-week replacement in Fantasy.

Ravens QB Joe Flacco throws two INTs in loss vs. Bengals

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(10/26/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco completed just 17 of his 34 pass attempts for 195 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in his team's 27-24 loss to the Bengals in Week 8.

Flacco, who added 12 yards on two rushes, wasn't able to connect with Torrey Smith in the game and had to play a significant portion of the second half without the starting receiver. With the offense also down to Crockett Gilmore at tight end, the quarterback had difficulty moving the ball through the air with any regularity. Flacco's 5.7 yards-per-attempt mark in the loss was similar to his performance over the first two weeks of the season, including a Week 1 loss to the Bengals, but he had delivered a YPC mark of over 10.0 in three of his previous four games before struggling in Week 8.

Flacco and the Ravens stay on the road in Week 9 to face the Steelers.

Joe Flacco throws for two TDs in Ravens' Week 7 win

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/19/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco threw two touchdowns and two interceptions during a 29-7 win Week 7 vs. Atlanta. Flacco completed 16 of 25 passes for 258 yards, while rushing for 4 yards on one carry.

Flacco got off to a quick start Sunday, as he finished off the team's opening drive with a 5-yard touchdown pass to Owen Daniels. While the Ravens built a 17-0 halftime lead, Flacco didn't get his second touchdown pass until the team's final offensive drive in the fourth quarter. On a fourth-and-9 with 1:46 left, Flacco connected with Torrey Smith for a 39-yard touchdown.

Flacco came close to a three-touchdown game Sunday, but he was intercepted in the end zone on a third-and-9 play from the Falcons' 16-yard line late in the third quarter.

The Ravens are back in action Week 8 at Cincinnati.

Joe Flacco looking to keep soaring vs. Falcons

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(10/16/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has rebounded nicely from a lost 2013 season, and now ranks eighth among quarterbacks in Fantasy scoring through six games. Can he keep it going in Week 7 against the Falcons?

Flacco torched the Buccaneers last week, and will look to keep it going against another NFC South opponent. The Falcons opened the season looking like an improved pass defense, as they held their first three opponents to 15.0 Fantasy points per game from the quarterback position. However, each of their last three have topped 20 points, with four total touchdowns and no turnovers over that stretch.

Flacco has faced the Falcons just once, back in 2010, so we probably cannot take much out of his 25-point effort. Still, the Falcons' pass defense is reeling at the same time Flacco is taking off, so Fantasy owners should consider him a solid starting option this week.

Big game the start of something for Joe Flacco?

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(10/12/2014)Most likely, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco just had his best game of the season Week 6 at Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers ranked 30th against the pass coming into the game, having been shredded by the Falcons' Matt Ryan on Thursday night just a couple weeks ago, and Flacco himself is not Peyton Manning or Drew Brees heading up one of the most prolific passing games in the NFL.

But he gave everyone a reminder of what kind of weapons the Ravens have with his five-touchdown performance Sunday.

Steve Smith we already knew about. He contributed one of those touchdowns in usual Steve Smith-fashion, beating the defense on a 56-yard bomb early in the second quarter. But Torrey Smith, who seemed to have vanished from the offense for the first five weeks, also got in on the act, catching the first two of Flacco's touchdowns.

With the Ravens' running game still searching for its identity -- and seemingly the best of their options, Justin Forsett, thriving as a pass catcher as well -- Flacco might be asked to make better use of those weapons going forward. And while he may not be as successful against premier defenses, the Ravens host the Falcons in Week 7.

If you've gotten burned at quarterback so far, maybe Flacco is a better choice than someone like Ben Roethlisberger or Andy Dalton.

Ravens backup pass catchers find a way Week 6

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(10/12/2014)The Ravens backup pass catchers found a way to contribute Week 6.

Michael Campanaro managed to catch one of Joe Flacco's many touchdowns Sunday. He pulled in two passes for 28 yards. Kamar Aiken also hauled in a touchdown. He finished with two catches for 20 yards before leaving with a concussion.

Ravens' Joe Flacco dominates during the first half

Flacco wasted no time getting to work, tossing a touchdown on his second attempt of the game. He would throw his second touchdown just two attempts later. In fact, the team's first four drives ended in Joe Flacco touchdown passes, tying a career-high. He didn't stop there, finding Steve Smith on a 56 yard strike in the second quarter. At halftime, Flacco had already thrown for five touchdowns.

Flacco finished 21 of 29 with 306 yards and five touchdowns. He did not turn the ball over during the contest. Flacco will look for more Week 7 against the Falcons.

Ravens QB Joe Flacco held out of the end zone in Week 5 defeat

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(10/5/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco endured a rough outing as he was held out of the end zone in a Week 5 loss to the Colts in Indianapolis on Sunday.

Flacco was picked off by Vontae Davis in the third quarter, which resulted in an Indianapolis touchdown. He compiled 235 yards through the air while completing 22 of 38 passes. He was picked once, sacked four times and finished with a 65.1 passer rating in a 20-13 defeat.

Flacco has been held under 250 passing yards in three of his last four games. He will look to turn things around in Week 6 at Tampa Bay.

Which QB's should you target on waivers?

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/30/2014)With just two teams on bye and few teams dealing with serious injuries at the position, there aren't many needs to fill at quarterback this week. Still, Jamey Eisenberg's Week 5 Waiver-Wire column highlights a handful of names you might want to target before waivers run Wednesday morning.

Giants QB Eli Manning headlines the list of add-worthy quarterbacks, after he lit up Washington for five touchdowns last week. He was featured on the waiver-wire column last week as well. Carson Palmer (shoulder) of the Cardinals is also on the list, as is Joe Flacco of the Ravens, Alex Smith of the Chiefs, Blake Bortles of the Jaguars and Teddy Bridgewater (ankle) of the Vikings to round out the top-5.

Joe Flacco throws three touchdowns in Week 4 win

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(9/28/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco tossed three touchdowns, including two to veteran receiver Steve Smith, in Sunday's 38-10 rout of Carolina. Flacco completed 22 of 31 passes for 327 yards and no interceptions, while rushing for 3 yards on one carry.

Flacco did most of his damage by halftime, as he completed 13 of 21 passes for 228 yards and had a quarterback rating of 130.7 in the first half. Flacco also had both of his touchdown passes to Smith in the second quarter. The first one was a 61-yard touchdown pass that Smith took to the house after catching a deflection off tight end Owen Daniels' hands. The second touchdown was a 21-yard pass to Smith with 1:53 left in the first half, which came after Flacco picked up a fumbled snap.

Flacco threw for multiple touchdowns for the second time in four games. He has seven passing touchdowns to two interceptions this season. The Ravens are back in action Week 5 at Indianapolis.

Ravens' Week 4 game not all about Steve Smith vs. former team

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(9/25/2014)The storyline building for Sunday's Panthers and Ravens showdown centers around Baltimore veteran receiver Steve Smith facing his former team for the first time since leaving Carolina in the offseason.

Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is well aware Smith will be looking to have a good outing against the team he spent the first 13 years of his career with, but he also realizes in order for Baltimore to have success, the team can't get caught up in Smith's personal agenda.

"If I pay attention to that maniac on Sunday, who knows how I’m going to play?" Flacco said, per ESPN. "He’s going to want the ball -- probably every single down -- and if I don’t get it to him, and I pay attention to how he reacts to that, then I’m going to be in trouble, and I’m going to feel bad, and then we’re not going to play the way we should."

Smith is fine with Flacco calling him a "maniac" because he realizes Flacco knows he plays "with a passion." The two have already built good rapport through three games, as Smith has totaled 18 catches for 290 yards and one touchdown.

"When you have a guy that runs routes and is in the right place and gets open, it’s tough not to have chemistry with him," Flacco said.

Joe Flacco comes in big in crunch time for defeat of Browns

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(9/21/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco put up mediocre numbers Sunday in Cleveland, but one perfect pass all but sealed a victory.

Flacco hit wide receiver Steve Smith with a pinpoint strike for 33 yards with just over a minute remaining to set up the game-winning field goal. He hit Smith in stride to allow him to leave the field happy despite having completed just 19 of 31 passes for 217 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

The veteran did hit on 10 consecutive throws in the second half. He managed to pass for just 86 yards before intermission, though he did find fullback/tight end Kyle Juszczyk for a 9-yard score six minutes into the second quarter. His interception came off a wounded duck when he was hit on a pass early in the fourth quarter, but it resulted in no points.

Flacco will seek more heroics when his team hosts Carolina in Week 4.

Joe Flacco ready to roll in Week 3

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(9/21/2014)As expected, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has been given the green light to play Sunday in Cleveland. He had been designated as probable with an illness that kept him sidelined Wednesday. He will be battling the 28th-ranked pass defense in the NFL.

Ravens release injury report for game in Cleveland

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(9/19/2014)Ravens running back Bernard Pierce has been listed as questionable for the Sunday game in Cleveland with a thigh injury. He is the lone Baltimore player so designated Friday.

Joe Flacco throws two touchdowns Week 2

Flacco completed 21 of 29 passes for 166 yards. He did not throw any interceptions during the contest. Flacco didn't have to do much during the contest. While he was efficient, he didn't air out the ball all that much. His longest pass play went for 24 yards. Both Flacco's touchdowns came from short distances. He found Owen Daniels on a 2 yard touchdown in the first quarter, and added a 1 yard touchdown to Daniels again in the third.

Flacco will take on the Browns Week 3.

Joe Flacco not sharp in season opener

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/7/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco got off to a slow start in Week 1 against the Bengals, but found his stride late in a 23-16 loss Sunday.

As late as the mid-fourth quarter, Flacco had completed just half of his pass attempts, but ended up 35 for 62 overall. He passed for 345 yards and a touchdown, with a bunch chunk coming on an 80-yard score to Steve Smith. He also turned the ball over once on an interception.

Flacco was hoping to bounced back from a poor 2013 season, so this is an inauspicious start. He will hope for better results when the Ravens take on the Steelers Thursday in Week 2.

Joe Flacco a risk for Week 1 after last season's struggles

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/2/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco struggled through one of the worst seasons of his career a year ago, and that extended to his two games against division foes Cincinnati. He will hope for better results when he takes on the Bengals Sunday in a Week 1 matchup.

Flacco had just 20 combined Fantasy points in two games against the Bengals last season, despite chucking up 86 passes. He accounted for just 332 yards and three touchdowns in the games, while turning the ball over six times in those games.

Flacco got a bit more help in the passing game this offseason, but we haven't quite seen how the offense is going to look with those new faces. Flacco should be better than he was a year ago, but he is still something of a risk, especially against a defense that allowed just 15.1 Fantasy points per game to quarterbacks last season. Consider him more of a low-end No. 2 Fantasy option for Week 1.

Joe Flacco bounces back from slow start Saturday

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(8/23/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco got off to a slow start but bounced back with a solid performance Saturday night against Washington in preseason action.

Flacco bounced back from a rough start and completed 6 of 8 passes for 74 yards on his final drive of the first half. He found Steve Smith for a 24-yard touchdown strike in the second quarter.

Flacco was not needed in the second half. He compiled 180 yards through the air while completing 16 of 23 passes. He added a touchdown, no interceptions and registered a passer rating of 107.2. He was sacked twice.

Joe Flacco throws touchdown vs. Cowboys Saturday

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(8/16/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco went 9 for 17 with 113 passing yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason game against the Cowboys.

Flacco was stuck on the sidelines early in the game, as he watched his defense and special teams each score a touchdown before he stepped on the field. He was able to lead three scoring drives in the second quarter, finishing one with a 19-yard strike to Torrey Smith, and heading into halftime with a 27-10 lead. Flacco did a nice job in limited action during his first preseason action, and though he posted a low completion percentage Saturday, he did keep the offense moving in the first half.

Joe Flacco comfortable in new offense

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(8/7/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco looked right at home Thursday in the new offense installed by Gary Kubiak. Playing only one drive, Flacco drove Baltimore 80 yards for a touchdown on 10 plays.

It was perfectly balanced. Flacco hit 4 of 5 throws for 52 yards, connecting with four different receivers, and Baltimore ran five times for 38 yards. Flacco's first pass was a well designed clear-out for tight end Dennis Pitta, who gained 14 yards.

Flacco plays his second preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16 at Dallas.

Joe Flacco 'in total command' of new offense

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(7/27/2014)New coordinator Gary Kubiak said he loves the way quarterback Joe Flacco is running the offense he's installing with the Ravens.

"It's kind of the third time we're going through our system, teaching it, and I think they've adjusted very well, but the most important thing is [Flacco] has adjusted extremely well," Kubiak told the Baltimore Sun. "He's got to lead the pack. He's done that from day one. He's got total command of what's going on right now."

Kubiak said Flacco is demonstrating good footwork and looks sharp in the short passing game.

"His ability to go through progressions, to me, is exceptional," Kubiak said. "Obviously, we've got to cut the sacks down a great deal this year. It's a big point of emphasis. The best way to do that is with your quarterback getting rid of the ball."

Kubiak sees a lot of upside with Joe Flacco

"I had no idea how good an athlete he is. He's a very good athlete," Kubiak said.

Kubiak likes to have his quarterbacks get out of the pocket on play-action passes, and Flacco could shine in this system.

"The things we like to do moving around, the zone-pass schemes that we like to run, I think fit to a lot of his strengths," Kubiak said. "We just need to continue to get better with them."

Even though Kubiak likes the way Flacco moves, the key is his arm strength.

"I knew [his arm] was good, but I had no idea just how good it was," Kubiak said. "The big ball is always in play with Joe. … This league is about making big plays. It’s hard [when you go] 3 or 4 yards a pop to do it. You have to make some big plays, and Joe gives you the ability to do that."

Joe Flacco likes team's offseason moves

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(4/6/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco said he's excited about the team's offseason moves, including the additions of receiver Steve Smith and tight end Owen Daniels and the re-signing of left tackle Eugene Monroe and receiver/returner Jacoby Jones. Flacco also should have starting tight end Dennis Pitta at 100 percent after he missed 12 games last year with a hip injury.

"No doubt about it, these guys are some explosive players," Flacco told the Baltimore Sun. "We're going to expect them to come in and help us out and be pretty good. These guys are ready to go and work and build on what we have.

"These guys are going to do nothing but help. They're proven players from across the league, and it will be interesting to see how they come in and fit in and help us out."

Joe Flacco, receivers to get early start

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(3/25/2014)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco will work out with his receivers before the team's offseason program.

"Joe has communicated that through texts, and Torrey [Smith] has told me that they have a session planned and are trying to work out the dates," coach John Harbaugh said at the NFL owners meetings. "I'll be looking forward to seeing how it goes. It is important. It's big."

Former GM Angelo 'not sold' on Joe Flacco as an elite QB

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/12/2014)On the same week that CBSSports.com NFL Insider Jason La Canfora suggested quarterbacks like Joe Flacco were underpaid, former Bears general manager wrote that he's "not sold" on Joe Flacco as an elite quarterback.

"He only gets into (the Solid Traits but Limited) category because of his Super Bowl win," Angelo wrote on TheSidelineView.com. "I'm not sold he has the ability to be an elite QB. He can play too cautious or get locked on to a receiver. He can be hot and cold, needs to be more room temperature; if the Ravens are going to make a run again."

Flacco had a nightmarish season in 2013, throwing 19 touchdowns and 22 interceptions.

Gary Kubiak looking forward to working with Joe Flacco

Kubiak said the two will sit down and discuss how Flacco can progress as a player. Flacco is coming off the worst season of his career statistically, and Kubiak will be his third offensive coordinator in the past 13 months. Kubiak was eager to help Flacco rebound after a rough year. "There’s no doubt in my mind, when Joe is said and done – he’s already a championship quarterback – but there’s a lot of great things left to happen and I’m looking forward to being part of that," Kubiak said.

No surgery needed for Joe Flacco

"I'm not going to have to get anything done," Flacco said per ESPN. "It was just my MCL and it will heal on its own."

Flacco followed up his Super Bowl winning season with 3,912 yards on 362-of-614 passing (59.0 comp. pct.) with 19 touchdowns and 22 interceptions. He also ran for a score and fumbled the ball away twice.

Joe Flacco ends season on a low note

by Nando Di Fino | Senior Fantasy Writer

(12/29/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco completed 30-of-50 passes for 192 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-17 loss to the Bengals. He was intercepted three times, with all three picks coming in the fourth quarter.

Flacco's third interception was returned for a touchdown, essentially sealing the win for the Bengals. He had one carry for one yard and was sacked twice.

Flacco finishes the season with eight interceptions over his final four games, against just four touchdowns in that span.

Joe Flacco has tough Week 17 matchup

by Nando Di Fino | Senior Fantasy Writer

(12/27/2013)Outside of what appears to be a huge Week 14 aberration -- with Andrew Luck scoring 40 points against them -- the Bengals have been a tough matchup for opposing quarterbacks, keeping them under 20 Fantasy points in all but that one game since Week 7.

Enter Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco, who, while off the team's injury report, is going to wear a knee brace to protect a sprain. He hasn't passed for a touchdown in two games, and has just one multiple-passing touchdown game since Week 11. Flacco has just four games this season with 20 or more Fantasy points.

With an unfavorable matchup, a knee issue, and a season full of sub-20 point games, Flacco can be left on the bench in most Fantasy formats for Week 17.

Joe Flacco not listed on the injury report Wednesday

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(12/25/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco was not listed on the team's injury report Wednesday.

Flacco injured his knee prior to Week 16, but was still able to play. The team did not practice Wednesday, but did release a projected injury report.

Joe Flacco to wear knee brace again

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(12/24/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco, who struggled Week 16 wearing a protective knee brace, will wear it again Sunday in Cincinnati.

“I’m going to do it the same way,” Flacco told the team's website. “I really just want to make sure I can be as safe as I can moving forward so nothing crazy happens. I’m pretty comfortable with it. It’s not ideal, but it is what it is and it’s not that big of an issue.”

Flacco hit 22 of 38 throws for 262 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in the loss to New England. He did not have good mobility and he underthrew a couple key passes, according to the website.

“The knee actually felt really good all game,” said Flacco, who hurt his knee Week 15 at Detroit. “It was just the way it played out.”

Flacco practiced Tuesday and said his knee continues to improve. “It feels better,” Flacco said. “It felt really good on gameday – a little sore yesterday and today, but it feels a lot better."

Joe Flacco struggles to work past knee sprain

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(12/22/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco did not look like himself in his first game with a knee brace Sunday against the Patriots in Week 16.

Flacco, who suffered a sprained left knee his last time out, was picked off by Logan Ryan in the opening quarter and in the third quarter. He completed 22 of 38 passes for 260 yards, with no touchdowns and two interceptions. He was benched late in the fourth quarter in favor of Tyrod Taylor. Flacco was sacked four times and finished with a 56.9 passer rating in a 41-7 loss.

Citing a source, Flacco "feels strongly" about his chances of playing through a mild MCL sprain Sunday, barring an unforeseen setback Saturday. Flacco suffered the injury in Monday's game against the Lions, but was able to practice on a limited basis throughout the week.

Knee injury has Joe Flacco questionable for Sunday game

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(12/20/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has been deemed questionable for the game Sunday against New England. A knee problem has had him limited in practice all week.

Joe Flacco OK for Friday practice

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(12/20/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco managed Friday to participate in his third straight practice while wearing a brace on his left leg. He has been limited by a knee sprain, but is expected to be active for the critical battle Sunday against visiting New England.

Joe Flacco way too risky to trust vs. Patriots

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(12/20/2013)For the first time in his career, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco will wear a brace on his sprained left knee during a game. His mobility will certainly be limited at home against the Patriots in Week 16.

The Patriots have registered 40 sacks this season, which ranks 11th in the league. New England has also permitted 240.2 passing yards per game, which ranks 18th in the league. Opposing quarterbacks have scored 19.86 Fantasy points per game this season against New England, including at least 30 points in back-to-back games.

Flacco tossed for 240 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions in his last meeting against the Patriots in the playoffs last season. He has not passed for more than 273 yards over his last eight games played. He has only thrown for multiple touchdowns in three of those eight games.

At this point, Flacco may not be worth the risk, especially since he is not at 100 percent. Consider him a low-end option in all formats heading into Week 16.

Report: Flacco doesn't move much in Thursday session

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(12/19/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco participated in his second straight practice Thursday despite having a brace on his sprained left knee, but was limited in his mobility, the Baltimore Sun has reported.

Barring a setback, Flacco will probably play Sunday against the Patriots as the Ravens continue to fight for a playoff spot and AFC North crown.

Joe Flacco practices two days after injuring knee

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(12/18/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco was wearing a brace on his left leg, but did practice Wednesday after hurting his knee Monday night against Detroit. The extent of his participation will be revealed when the team releases its practice report.

Report: Joe Flacco's knee injury not serious

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(12/17/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco's left knee injury is not considered serious, according to ESPN. There is no MRI scheduled at this time for Flacco, who was hurt Monday after DeAndre Levy dove into the quarterback's leg in the fourth quarter. Flacco limped off but did not miss a play and said he felt fine after the game.

Joe Flacco says he's fine after scary hit to knee

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(12/17/2013)Joe Flacco's knee bent sideways when Lions linebacker DeAndre Levy dove into the quarterback's leg in the fourth quarter Monday night. Flacco limped off but did not miss a play.

“It wasn’t really bothering me after the initial hit,” Flacco told the Ravens' website. “It was more probably scary than anything, just from what I felt... It feels fine. It feels strong.”

Flacco wasn't sure if he'll need any tests this week.

“I’ll talk to the trainers and see what the protocol is," said Flacco, who has not missed a game in his six-year career. "I’m not really used to anything like this.”

Joe Flacco off target Week 15

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(12/17/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco completed 20 of 38 throws for 222 yards with no touchdowns and no interceptions in the win at Detroit. His 52.6 completion percentage was his lowest this season.

Flacco also ran twice for 13 yards. He was unable to lead a touchdown drive, but put Baltimore in position to kick six field goals. Flacco took a shot to his knee in the fourth quarter, and was evaluated by trainers on the sideline. He did not miss a snap, however.

With 18 touchdowns and 17 interceptions this season, Flacco will play the Patriots in Week 16.

Dennis Pitta not enough to make Joe Flacco a Fantasy starter

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(12/10/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco enters Monday night's game at Detroit happy to have tight end Dennis Pitta back in the lineup. Flacco targeted Pitta 11 times in his season debut last week, connecting six times for 48 yards and a touchdown.

Pitta boosts Flacco's Fantasy value, but not enough to make him a starter. Flacco still has more turnovers (19) than touchdowns (18), and he hasn't thrown for 300 yards since Week 6.

The Lions rank in the middle of the pack defending quarterbacks, giving up 18.3 Fantasy points per game. In seven career games against NFC North opponents, Flacco has averaged 248 passing yards with 14 touchdowns against eight interceptions. He hasn't faced the Lions since 2009.

As is the case nearly every week, play Flacco only as a QB2.

Joe Flacco caps off crazy ending with game-winning score

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(12/8/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco had two fourth-quarter touchdowns, including the game winner with 4 seconds remaining, helping Baltimore edge Minnesota, 29-26, in what ended up being a crazy ending Week 14. Flacco completed 28 of 50 passes for 245 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions.

Flacco had a pretty rough first half, completing just 9 of 22 passes for 82 yards and one interception, which came on the opening drive as he badly underthrew Bernard Pierce as a heavy snow was coming down. Flacco did have a 1-yard touchdown pass to Ed Dickson in the first quarter, but it was one of his few first-half highlights. Flacco also had a 22-yard scramble down to the 3-yard line a few plays before Dickson's touchdown catch.

The second half didn't get off to a much better start for Flacco, who threw an interception late in the third quarter and led no scoring drives in the third quarter. Flacco had another interception midway through the fourth quarter, but this one wasn't his fault as Jacoby Jones allowed a catchable pass to sail threw his hands. The deflection was picked off by Marcus Sherels.

Luckily for Baltimore, Flacco stepped up when his team needed him the most. He led a nine-play, 64-yard scoring drive late in the fourth quarter, which ended with a 1-yard touchdown pass to Dennis Pitta on 4th-and-goal. The lead would change hands five times in the final 2:05, starting with Pitta's touchdown, but the final lead change came when Flacco hit Marlon Brown in the back of the end zone with the game-winning, 9-yard touchdown with 4 seconds left.

The three touchdowns were a season-high for Flacco. The three interceptions were his second-highest total this season. The Ravens are back in action Week 15 at Detroit.

Week 14 might be a time to finally start Joe Flacco

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(12/3/2013)Fantasy owners haven't gotten many chances to start Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco in 2013 since Flacco has had a very inconsistent season. Though, Fantasy owners will have an interesting call to make on Flacco Week 14 since he has a favorable matchup against the Vikings.

Quarterbacks are averaging 24.8 Fantasy points per week against Minnesota, which is the highest average. Only three times in 12 games have quarterbacks failed to throw for multiple touchdowns against Minnesota. Quarterbacks have racked up 25 passing touchdowns to just eight interceptions, while averaging 300.4 passing yards per game.

Flacco's biggest issue this season has been the lack of reliable targets in the passing game outside of Torrey Smith. Help could be on the way Week 14 in the form of Dennis Pitta, who might make his season debut after recovering from a preseason hip injury. However, you have to figure he will be on a snap count in his debut, so can he really make a huge difference for Flacco?

If you have a playoff matchup Week 14, you have probably made it this far without relying on Flacco and probably have a better option to use at quarterback. Though, if you have a player like Russell Wilson (@SF), Ben Roethlisberger (vs. MIA), Philip Rivers (vs. NYG) or Colin Kaepernick (vs. SEA) with a tough matchup Week 14, then you might look toward a sleeper like Flacco. Still, if you are in that situation, you might consider Josh McCown (vs. DAL) or Alex Smith (@WAS), if they are available on waivers.

Joe Flacco avoids turning it over in win

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/29/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco had another solid game in Week 13 against the Steelers Thursday, in a 22-20 win.

Flacco completed 24 of 35 passes for 251 yards in the game, and managed to avoid an interception for the first time in five games. He tossed one touchdown, a 7-yarder to Torrey Smith on the first drive of the game, shortly after an apparent score by the duo was overturned via replay.

Flacco had six touchdowns and six interceptions in his previous for games, but was able to get back on track Thursday. He is now at 15 touchdowns and 14 interceptions on the season, heading into Week 14 against the Vikings.

Joe Flacco a poor Fantasy option in Week 13

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(11/27/2013)It's not often that a Super Bowl-winning quarterback becomes a poor Fantasy play the following year, but such is the case with Joe Flacco. He hasn't exactly lit it up for the Ravens this season.

Flacco has yet to toss three touchdowns in any game. He has thrown for 14 scores and 14 interceptions on the year. His 273-yard total against the Jets on Sunday was his highest in five weeks. He has yet to score a touchdown on the ground. And he has been sacked 17 times in the last four games.

It all adds up to a no-play Thursday night against visiting Pittsburgh, which is far superior against the pass than the run. The Steelers rank 10th in the NFL in yards allowed through the air (2,468) and seventh in touchdown passes surrendered (13).

Perhaps Flacco will rise to the occasion on Thanksgiving night at home against a heated AFC North rival, but don't count on it. A taut defensive struggle is more likely. None of the CBSSports.com senior Fantasy writers even have Flacco listed among their top 24 quarterback plays this week. Take their advice and leave him out of your lineups.

Joe Flacco gets decent yardage on windy day

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(11/24/2013)Granted, the Ravens were up multiple scores for most of the second half, which dissuaded them from throwing the ball, but it was clear from their use of the wildcat formation on multiple plays that they preferred to keep the ball on the ground Week 12 against the Jets. Yet even on just 26 pass attempts, his second-fewest in a game this season, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco threw for 273 yards, his most in five games.

Of course, nearly half of that yardage came on two long plays. He completed a 60-yard bomb to Torrey Smith in the second quarter and a 66-yarder to Jacoby Jones -- which was also his only touchdown -- in the third. Flacco did throw an interception in the contest, his fifth in three games. In all, he completed 17 passes.

Flacco and the Ravens will hope for better conditions with the Steelers coming to town in Week 13.

Joe Flacco to continue trend vs. Jets?

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(11/19/2013)The Jets gave up 245 yards and two touchdown to Bills quarterback E.J. Manuel in Week 11. They gave up 382 yards and two touchdowns to Saints quarterback Drew Brees in Week 9. They gave up 325 yards and five touchdowns to Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton in Week 8, 319 yards and two touchdowns to Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan in Week 5 and a combined 257 yards and four touchdowns to Titans quarterbacks Jake Locker and Ryan Fitzpatrick in Week 4.

So basically, any quarterback not named Tom Brady or Ben Roethlisberger has handled them in recent weeks. Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco isn't named Tom Brady or Ben Roethilsberger. Does he have a chance with the Jets coming to town in Week 12?

The Jets have the league's top-ranked run defense, so the Ravens will depend on Flacco to move them down the field. As you might expect from the week-by-week breakdown, the Jets rank 23rd against the pass, allowing 250.8 yards per game.

Flacco has yet to throw for more than two touchdowns in a game this season, so barring an unexpected shootout, you shouldn't expect huge numbers from this week. But for owners in two-quarterback leagues, he should at least be decent. Jamey Eisenberg, Dave Richard and Nathan Zegura all rank him among their top 24 quarterbacks.

Joe Flacco has tough time in bad weather

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(11/17/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco had a tough time putting anything together Week 11 against the Bears.

The bad weather didn't help. Chicago experienced rain and extreme winds for much of the game. The situation was so bad that the game was delayed nearly two hours so the storms could pass. When the winds were bad, whichever team was going again the wind had a hard time completing a pass. Flacco wound up completing 17 of 31 passes for 162 yards and one touchdown. He also threw two interceptions. Due to the bad weather, the team relied more on the run game, giving 25 carries to Ray Rice.

Flacco will hope for a better weather situation next week against the Jets.

Joe Flacco facing average matchup Week 11

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(11/14/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is facing an average matchup Week 11 against the Bears.

The Bears defense has been slightly above-average against opposing passers, allowing 17.67 Fantasy points per game. The team has allowed 14 touchdowns through nine games, but has also picked off quarterbacks 12 times. Chicago has been far more vulnerable in the run game, so the Ravens could look to run more than usual.

At the same time, the Bears will be without top cornerback Charles Tillman. The team will also have to play without linebacker Lance Briggs. Without those two players, Flacco might have more time than usual to throw. While the team may rely on the run game, it's still possible for Flacco to carve up a porous defense. The Bears have allowed 27.4 points per game this season, one of the worst figures in the league.

Joe Flacco proving to be more efficient outside the pocket

In Baltimore's past two games, Flacco has completed 55.2 percent of his throws in the pocket, while averaging 4.7 yards per attempt. He has thrown three touchdowns and three interceptions for a 64.2 passer rating.

When throwing outside the pocket in his last two games, Flacco has completed 70 percent of his passes, while averaging 7.1 yards per attempt. He has thrown one touchdown and no interceptions for a 123.3 rating.

"He’s been moving around with his eyes downfield -- scramble plays -- [with] guys getting open; that’s been really big for us," coach John Harbaugh said. "That’s something that we haven’t done a lot of in the past, as far as our receivers doing a great job downfield. They’ve really improved on that, and Joe has made the most of that. That was the difference in the game [Sunday against the Bengals] in the end."

Joe Flacco passes for 140 yards in Week 10 win

by Nando Di Fino | Senior Fantasy Writer

(11/10/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco completed 20-of-36 passes for 140 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 20-17 victory over the Bengals. Flacco was intercepted twice, sacked five times, and lost a fumble. He rushed once for four yards.

The 140 passing yards were the fewest this season for Flacco, while this was the second consecutive game with multiple passing touchdowns for him. It was his third multiple-intercpetion game, and the second straight game in which he's been sacked five times.

Flacco and the Ravens travel to Chicago in Week 11 to play the Bears.

Joe Flacco pushes back against critics

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(11/8/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has been criticized this season for his inability to follow up his Super Bowl MVP performance with similar play. But he is defending himself.

"It's tough in the NFL to go out there and try to be Superman," he said, per ESPN. "...It's tough when you're running off the field, and you're not getting first downs, and you're not scoring points. ... But we've got to be better in other parts of our game in order to help that out..."

Everything seems to be working against Flacco, whose fading Ravens are 3-5 on the year. His offensive line has provided little protection and poor run blocking, the Ravens running game is dead last in the NFL, and the loss of Anquan Boldin in the offseason and tight end Dennis Pitta to an injury has left him with no strong receiving options aside from Torrey Smith.

Joe Flacco having unpredictable season

by Nando Di Fino | Senior Fantasy Writer

(11/6/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco began the season with a bang -- attempting 61 passes, throwing for 362 yards, and finishing with... a relatively-low 22 Fantasy points, considering the volume of passing.

Since then, Flacco has gotten over 20 points just twice, thrown multiple touchdowns in a game just three times, and has managed two games without throwing a touchdown.

Granted, Flacco has gone over 20 Fantasy points in two of his last three games, but pull the frame back a little wider, and he's scored 15 or fewer in five of his last seven.

With wildly-swinging value on a game-to-game basis, Flacco is a hard quarterback to trust. He cannot be relied on for 20 Fantasy points per game, as he cancels out the high yardage (when it comes) with interceptions and a lack of touchdowns -- he hasn't thrown for more than two in a game this year.

With the Bengals -- who have held opposing quarterbacks to the 10th-fewest Fantasy points per game this season -- rolling into town for Week 10, Flacco is best left on the bench in most formats.

Joe Flacco can't recover soon enough from awful start on Sunday

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(11/3/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco bottomed out midway through the second quarter against the Browns on Sunday. He recovered, but his horrible start proved too much to overcome in a 24-18 loss that marked his team's first defeat in the last 12 games to their AFC North rival.

Flacco opened the game with 14 incompletions in 19 attempts. A second-quarter interception was wildly underthrown. His team went 13 minutes in the first half without a first down. But after his terrible start, he completed 19 of 27 for 199 yards and two touchdowns.

He was hurt again by a woeful running game, which allowed the Browns to play the pass almost exclusively. Flacco did engineer a short touchdown drive in the fourth quarter that culminated in a second touchdown pass to Marlon Brown, chopping the deficit to 21-18, but threw two key incompletions and was sacked twice on the next possession. He never got another chance to drive his team for the winning score.

Flacco finished 24 of 41 for 250 yards, two touchdwns and one pick. He hopes for a better outcome when his Ravens host Cincinnati in a make-or-break game in Week 10.

Joe Flacco a risky Fantasy option against Browns

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(10/30/2013)A taut defensive struggle is expected Sunday in Cleveland. And that doesn't bode well for Fantasy owners of Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco.

Flacco has not followed up his Super Bowl season with similar numbers. The loss of premier wideout Anquan Boldin and a spate of injuries to other receivers has contributed to a year in which Flacco has thrown just eight touchdown passes in seven games. He is on pace to exceed 4,000 yards passing, but his overall numbers are no more than mediocre from a Fantasy standpoint.

Add that to the realization that Torrey Smith, his only premier receiving threat, will be shadowed by possible Pro Bowl cornerback Joe Haden and you have a very questionable play.

The Browns rediscovered their pass rush with a six-sack game in Kansas City and rank third in the NFL in average yards yielded per pass play at 5.2. They're also sixth in passing yards allowed with 1,734. They could sit on the pass given their 3.7 YPC run defense and the fact that Ravens backs Ray Rice and Bernard Pierce have both averaged a shockingly awful 2.8 yards per carry.

Flacco is no more than a second-level Fantasy quarterback at this point. He has not thrown for more than two touchdowns in any game. Consider strongly benching him in Week 9.

Joe Flacco held in check in Pittsburgh

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(10/20/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco failed to make much of an impact as he found the end zone just once during Sunday's contest at Pittsburgh in Week 7.

Flacco hooked up with Dallas Clark late in the fourth quarter for a short, 1-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter for his only score of the day. He completed 24 of 34 passes for 215 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions in a 19-16 defeat.

Flacco has been held under 220 yards passing three times this season. He has eight touchdowns and eight interceptions on the year. He'll have a bye week before traveling to Cleveland for a showdown against the Browns in Week 9.

Joe Flacco still too risky to trust in Week 7

(10/15/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is fresh off his best performance of the season and will be looking to keep things going on the road against the Steelers in Week 7.

Flacco threw for two touchdowns and finished with 342 passing yards in Week 6 against the Packers. He has averaged 283.7 passing yards per game with seven touchdowns and eight interceptions. Flacco will face a stingy Pittsburgh defense that has allowed only 196.0 passing yards per game, the fourth fewest allowed in the league. Opposing quarterbacks have scored only 12.00 points per game against the Steelers, which is the third fewest in standard Fantasy formats.

Although Flacco's production gave Fantasy owners a reason to be optimistic, he is still way too risky to count on -- even as a bye week replacement. Fantasy owners should seek a quarterback with a better matchup in Week 7.

Joe Flacco's late heroics fall short in Week 6 loss

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/13/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco had one of his best individual performances of the season Week 6 vs. Green Bay, but it still wasn't enough in a 19-17 loss. Flacco completed 20 of 34 passes for 342 yards and two touchdowns, while rushing for 6 yards.

Flacco had a pretty disappointing first half. He led Baltimore on no scoring drives and had a costly fumble right before halftime that led to a Green Bay score. Flacco completed just 8 of 19 passes for 113 yards in the first half.

However, Flacco was a different quarterback in the second half, especially in the fourth quarter. Flacco led two touchdown drives in the fourth quarter -- first connecting with Jacoby Jones for an 11-yard score before finding Dallas Clark for an 18-yard touchdown with 2:04 left. Clark's touchdown came one play after Flacco converted a 4th-and-21 with a 63-yard pass to Tandon Doss.

Flacco has surpassed 300 passing yards and thrown multiple passing touchdowns in three of six games this season. The Ravens are back in action Week 7 at Pittsburgh.

Joe Flacco still not enticing start Week 6

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/8/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has not been a very reliable option since posting 22 Fantasy points Week 1. He heads into Week 6 vs. Green Bay averaging 11 Fantasy points in his last four games (standard formats).

Perhaps the good news for Flacco is quarterbacks have had success against Green Bay. Quarterbacks average 307.3 passing yards and 24 Fantasy points per week, which is the ninth-highest average in the league. Quarterbacks have also totaled nine passing touchdowns to just two interceptions against Green Bay.

Flacco's troubles this season can be tied to losing receiver Anquan Boldin to free agency and tight end Dennis Pitta to injury. Torrey Smith has been great and Marlon Brown is an emerging rookie, but the rest of the options in the passing game haven't been reliable.

The Packers do present a favorable matchup, but Flacco is still more of a bye-week Fantasy replacement Week 6.

Joe Flacco struggles yet again in win

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(10/6/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco put together another rough outing in Week 5 against the Dolphins, but the Ravens were still able to pull out a 26-23 win.

Throwing to a depleted receiving corps, Flacco failed to throw a touchdown for the second time this season. He completed 19 of 32 passes for 269 yards, and had a key interception returned for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Flacco now has five touchdowns to eight interceptions through the first five games. He is completing just 57.7 percent of his passes while racking up 1,360 yards.

The Ravens take on the Packers in Week 6.

Joe Flacco hoping to bounce back in Miami

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(10/3/2013)Coming off the first five-interception game of his career, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has to be happy to see the Dolphins on the schedule in Week 5. Miami has intercepted just two passes in their last three games heading into Sunday's matchup.

Flacco was picked off five times by the Bills in Week 4, bringing his total for the season to seven. The Dolphins have five interceptions on the season, but three came against the since-benched Brandon Weeden in Week 1.

Miami's passing defense has been mediocre since that season opener, having allowed at least 19 points in three straight games, including a whopping 40 to Drew Brees in Week 4. Miami ranks 24th in the league in passing yards allowed at 313.5 per game, a good sign for Flacco's chances to get back on track.

Despite the solid matchup, Fantasy owners will still want to stay away from Flacco. As anything more than a bye-week replacement, Flacco is struggling too much to be counted on in Week 5.

Joe Flacco throws career-high five picks

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(9/29/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco threw a career-high five interceptions on Sunday as Baltimore lost at Buffalo, 23-20, in the Week 4 game. Flacco's previous career high was four picks in a game.

The quarterback went 25 of 50 for 347 yards as the Ravens did nothing but pass in the second half as they had to work to get back into the game. Flacco did manage two touchdown passes, but his QB rating was still poor at 46.4 overall.

Flacco has five touchdowns all year and now has seven picks despite not throwing an interception in each of previous two games. He will look to bounce back Week 5 at Miami.

Big-armed Flacco posting smaller numbers

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(9/26/2013)What good is a powerful arm and deep accuracy when you can't use those strengths effectively? That's what Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco might be asking these days.

A spate of injuries to his wide receivers has played a role in Flacco going from one of the most productive to one of the least productive long-range passers in the NFL. He tied Peyton Manning for second in the NFL in passes of 25 yards or longer last season, but ranks 28th in yards-per-attempt this year with an average of 6.25.

The even-keeled Flacco expressed no panic about the dramatic dropoff. "I think, overall, we just have to click a little bit more on everything we're doing," he told the team website. "But that's growing, and we're getting better."

Injuries to Jacoby Jones and Deonte Thompson have played a role in Flacco's weakened statistics. So has the loss of Anquan Boldin in the offseason and drops of potential touchdown passes by rookie Marlon Brown and fellow wideout Torrey Smith.

Joe Flacco has solid one-game history against Bills

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(9/24/2013)Baltimore quarterback Joe Flacco would love to duplicate the performance he had against the Bills back in 2010 at home when he takes on the Bills in Buffalo Week 4 Sunday.

That is because Flacco went 16 for 31 for 250 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions in that game. Flacco may be able to accomplish a similar contest Week 4 considering the Bills are allowing the 10th-most Fantasy points per game to opposing QBs thus far this year. Even Geno Smith torched them for 331 yards with two touchdowns -- and two picks -- with a rushing TD lats week for the Jets. The Bills have given up at least two touchdown passes in each game this season.

Flacco is coming off a poor performance in which he threw for just 171 yards without a touchdown. That said, the Ravens destroyed the Texans in that game. It appears the Baltimore passing offense is not going to put up loads of points and yards this season and that makes Flacco more of a No. 2 Fantasy QB for Week 4.

Joe Flacco does little in blowout victory

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/22/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco managed to lead his team to a win despite his least effective game of the season Sunday, in a Week 3 against the Texans.

Flacco failed to find the end zone for the first time this season, as the offense largely sputtered for much of the game. He completed 16 of 24 passes for 171 yards, and at least managed to avoid any turnovers. 48 of Flacco's yards came on a single pass to Torrey Smith in the second half.

Flacco has three touchdowns and two interceptions through the first three games of the season. He has passed for 744 yards with a 60.5 completion percentage. The Ravens travel to Buffalo in Week 4.

Joe Flacco trying to find footing vs. Texans

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/19/2013)If Joe Flacco is hoping to bounce back from a disappointing Week 2 performance, a matchup with the Texans could be just what he needs. The Ravens host Houston in Week 3 Sunday.

The Texans' defense has not been quite as sharp as expected through the first two games of the season, surrendering six passing touchdowns and allowing the ninth-most Fantasy points per game to opposing quarterbacks at 24 per game. In a matchup of what have been two traditionally strong defenses, the passing games could end up making a big impact.

Flacco's recent track record against the Texans is not particularly pretty unfortunately, as he was intercepted twice in their most recent matchup last October.

We have some conflicting data that makes it hard to figure out just what to expect from Flacco this week, and the team's lack of weapons in the passing game makes him hard to trust. At this point, Flacco is a risky Fantasy start for Week 3.

Joe Flacco, Ravens escape with win vs. Browns

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(9/15/2013)After being shut out in the first half, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco led two second-half touchdown drives, lifting Baltimore to a 14-6 comeback win Week 2 vs. Cleveland. Flacco completed 22 of 33 passes for 211 yards and one touchdown, while finishing with 6 rushing yards on four carries.

Flacco's only touchdown pass -- a 5-yard toss to rookie Marlon Brown -- in the fourth quarter sealed the win for Baltimore. Flacco has three touchdown passes and two interceptions through two games.

The Ravens are back in action Week 3 vs. Houston.

Joe Flacco undefeated against Browns

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(9/10/2013)The Ravens and quarterback Joe Flacco are coming off a disappointing loss Week 1 at Denver. Perhaps good news for Flacco is the Browns are on the docket Week 2.

Flacco has never lost to Cleveland in 10 career appearances. He's completed 61.9 percent of his passes (166 of 268) for 2,037 yards, 12 touchdowns and five interceptions. The 12 passing touchdowns are the most for Flacco against any opponent.

Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill threw for 272 yards Week 1 against the Browns, but he had as many touchdowns (one) as interceptions.

Flacco passed for 362 yards and two touchdowns in the opening loss at Denver. If you count the playoffs last season, Flacco has managed at least two passing touchdowns in eight of his last nine games.

Although the Ravens have a banged up receiving corps, Flacco could be in line for a decent performance against Cleveland. He could be considered a viable Fantasy start in deeper formats.

Joe Flacco airs it out in blowout loss

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/6/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco was clearly not at peak form in Week 1 against the Broncos Thursday, and he didn't get much help from a new-look offense.

Flacco, who lost his No. 1 wide receiver via trade and his No. 1 tight end to injury this offseason, had trouble establishing a rapport with any of his receiving options in the opener. He attempted 62 passes in the game, well more than his previous career-high of 52, and completed just 54.8 percent of them, with a plethora of dropped passes among them.

Still, Flacco finished with decent numbers, despite tossing a pair of interceptions, mostly due to the high volume of passes thrown. He racked up 362 yards and a pair of touchdowns in the game, one on a 2-yard pass in the first quarter and the next on a 13-yard strike in the fourth. The Ravens would go on to lose the game, 49-27.

Things should get easier for Flacco in Week 2, as the Ravens get to play at home against the Browns. Flacco passes for 509 yards and two touchdowns in two games against the Browns a year ago.

Joe Flacco looking to keep momentum going

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/4/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco enters the season high off a stellar playoff performance and a massive contract extension, and the question now is whether he can live up to expectations heading into the season. His first test will come in Week 1, when the Ravens open the season Thursday in Denver.

The Broncos were one of the best teams in the league at defending the pass last season, though they did have trouble keeping teams out of the end zone at times. The Broncos held opposing passing games to just 199.6 yards per game last season, third-fewest in the league, though their 25 passing touchdowns allowed were closer to the middle of the pack.

Flacco managed 585 yards over the course of two games. He also had no trouble finding the end zone, ending up with five touchdowns against the Broncos, compared to just one interception.

Flacco can be maddeningly inconsistent, but his record in season openers is pretty solid, averaging 241.4 passing yards with seven touchdowns and two interceptions over five seasons. Many signs point to another fast start, but Flacco is too difficult to rely upon as anything more than a low-end starter in deeper formats for Week 1.

Joe Flacco performs well in season openers

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(9/3/2013)The Ravens have a great track record in openers with John Harbaugh calling the shots on the sideline and quarterback Joe Flacco under center. Baltimore is 5-0 in season openers with Harbaugh and Flacco, winning by 16.2 points per game.

Flacco has completed 59 percent of his passes for an average of 241.4 yards per game in his five season openers. He has a 90.0 quarterback rating, while throwing seven touchdowns and two interceptions.

"I just don’t have that answer, because I haven’t thought about it," Harbaugh said, per ESPN. "We just do what we do as hard as we can. Our guys work hard. But we’ve played well in those games, so it’s a testament to the way our players have played in those games probably more than anything else."

Marlon Brown, Joe Flacco building chemistry

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(8/26/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is building chemistry with wideout Marlon Brown, who has a team-high six catches for 90 yards in the preseason, reports ESPN.com. Brown is now the frontrunner for the No. 4 spot behind Torrey Smith, Jacoby Jones and Brandon Stokley.

"Just the fact that I went in the first quarter with the ones [starters] meant the guys upstairs have confidence in me," Brown said of last Thursday's game against Carolina.

Joe Flacco's turnover problem continues

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/22/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco's preseason struggles continued Thursday against the Panthers, as he tossed his third and fourth interceptions in three games in a 34-27 loss.

Flacco mostly moved the offense well, but made key mistakes throughout the game. He was intercepted twice in the game, both of which came deep within Panthers' territory. With the exception of those interceptions, he was solid, completing 18 of 24 passes for 169 yards and a score.

Flacco finished the game on a high note, however, as he found Marlon Brown for a 24-yard touchdown in the third quarter to cap off his final drive of the game. Flacco has completed 76.2 percent of his passes for 344 yards and two touchdowns, to go with his four interceptions thrown.

Flacco will likely play a limited role, if any, in the team's final preseason game, set for Aug. 29 at St. Louis.

Joe Flacco on remaining weapons: 'We'll be fine'

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(7/31/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco, now without Dennis Pitta in addition to Anquan Boldin, told the team website he's confident the team can compensate for their losses.

“Of course it’s a loss,” he said of Pitta's season-ending hip fracture. “Any time you lose a great player like that, it’s a loss. We maybe won’t run as much diesel two-tight end formations. But I’m confident in the guys we have. We’ll be fine. I’m confident in who we have and I’m confident in myself that we can make up for it.”

Asked if he could develop similar chemistry with other receivers, Flacco answered "definitely."

“I’ve been building it up with Torrey [Smith] for years, and guys like Tandon [Doss], and LaQuan [Williams] and Deonte [Thompson] and Jacoby [Jones],” Flacco said. “As those guys get more game reps, that trust will come.”

Dennis Pitta injury devastating for Ravens, Fantasy owners

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(7/27/2013)ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Ravens tight end Dennis Pitta is done for the year after suffering a dislocated hip in practice Saturday. It's awful for Joe Flacco, the Ravens and for Fantasy Football owners.

Just how much did Flacco lean on Pitta last year? Pitta had 10 of Joe Flacco's 33 (30.3 pct.) touchdowns over 20 games (regular and postseason games) and 832 of 4957 yards (16.8 pct.). Every indication was that Flacco and Pitta would hook up even more this season. Without Pitta, the Ravens' passing offense is down to Torrey Smith, the running backs and a lot of unproven or underwhelming talents.

It's almost enough to make you want to pass on all Ravens not named Ray Rice or Bernard Pierce. Smith still carries value as a breakout candidate.

Fantasy owners will also feel the pinch at the tight end position. Now guys like Owen Daniels, Jermichael Finley, Brandon Myers and Brandon Pettigrew will be taken as low-end starters. That could be dangerous for a Fantasy team when others in the league will lock in studs like Jimmy Graham and Tony Gonzalez week after week. Owners might pay more attention to tight ends on Draft Day than they might have before.

Joe Flacco the new Baltimore leader

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(7/2/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco won a Super Bowl MVP and got the then-richest contract in league history. Now, he's expected to lead the Ravens in the locker room.

The Ravens' official team website reports that owner Steve Bisciotti told Flacco he's the leader with Ray Lewis and Ed Reed gone. It’s clear Flacco is Baltimore's franchise quarterback, and he might have to carry the team on his back in the Super Bowl title defense this season.

Caldwell: Flacco 'getting better'

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(6/3/2013)Ravens offensive coordinator Jim Caldwell is seeing improvement in quarterback Joe Flacco this offseason. "Hes getting better all the time," Caldwell told the Carroll County Times. "Thats the nice thing about it. We have a chance to see him develop and grow. Hes getting better each and every day. Every single day he gets a little bit better. Thats exciting."

Flacco agrees to new deal

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(3/1/2013)FOX Sports reports Friday that the Ravens have come to an agreement with quarterback Joe Flacco on a new contract. According to the report, Flacco has agreed to a six-year deal worth $120.6 million, which will make him the highest-paid quarterback in NFL history. He finished his fifth season in the league with a career-high 3,817 yards, while completing 59.7 percent of his 531 pass attempts. He scored 22 touchdowns, giving him four consecutive seasons with at least 20 scores. Flacco is officially expected to sign his new deal Monday.

Flacco nearing new deal?

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(2/24/2013)NFL.com reports Sunday that the Ravens and quarterback Joe Flacco are "plugging away" at a new deal. Flacco finished his fifth NFL season with a career-high 3,817 yards, while completing 59.7 percent of his 531 pass attempts. He scored 22 touchdowns, giving him four consecutive seasons with at least 20 scores.

Flacco seeking huge contract

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/6/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is clearly looking at a big pay day following his Super Bowl MVP win against the 49ers. But how much? When asked whether Flacco should be the highest paid quarterback in the NFL, his agent Joe Linta simply said: "Yes," according to CNBC. That would mean more than the $18 million Denver paid Peyton Manning this season, or the $20 million a year that Drew Brees is averaging in New Orleans. He's younger than both. He's won as much as they have. And Flacco is just heading into the peak of his career. "When you do a contract of this magnitude, you look at what is the player's body of work presently," Linta said. "And what are the expectations going forward over the next four, five or six years. Joe wins on both accounts."

Flacco 'optimistic' for new deal

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/5/2013)After being named MVP of Super Bowl XLVII, Joe Flacco must now look to the future. His rookie contract has expired, so Flacco and the Ravens will now be tasked with hammering out a new deal in the coming weeks. "I'm pretty optimistic, but who knows?" Flacco said of striking a deal with the Ravens, according to the Baltimore Sun. "There's all kinds of crazy things that can happen with these contracts that we've all seen before, but this is a great organization. I love being [in this] great city, so I don't really anticipate any problems." Flacco's agent, Joe Linta, expects to meet with the Ravens soon in order to hash out what is likely to be a very lucrative deal. For Baltimore's part, they, too, expect a deal to get done, though it's anyone's guess at the price tag. If Flacco is given the franchise tag -- rather than the long-term deal he wants -- the quarterback will earn $14.6 million next season, according to the report.

Flacco earns Super Bowl glory

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(2/3/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco connected on 22 of his 33 passes for 287 yards and three touchdowns during Baltimore's 34-31 victory over San Francisco in Super Bowl XLVII on Sunday. Flacco found Anquan Boldin for a 13-yard strike in the first quarter. He then hooked up with Dennis Pitta on a sort 1-yard touchdown pass and a 56-yard touchdown bomb to Jacoby Jones, all in the second quarter. He was sacked just twice as he finished with 124.2 quarterback rating and was named Super Bowl MVP. "They have to give it to one guy and I'm not going to complain that I got it," Flacco told reporters after the win.

Flacco playing well

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/31/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is playing well heading into Super Bowl XLVII on Sunday in New Orleans against the 49ers. Flacco has been on fire with 853 passing yards, eight touchdowns and no interceptions in three playoff victories. He has at least 18 Fantasy points in seven of his past 10 games. More importantly, he has 12 touchdowns, one interception and at least 240 passing yards in the five full games he has played with Jim Caldwell as the offensive coordinator (he didnt play much in a meaningless Week 17 game against Cincinnati). The 49ers have been torched in two playoff games by Aaron Rodgers and Matt Ryan for 51 Fantasy points, and four of the past five quarterbacks theyve faced have scored at least 22 points.

Flacco could get franchise tag

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/30/2013)Joe Flacco has insisted throughout the playoffs he's not concerned about his contract until after this season. And based on Ozzie Newsome's comments Tuesday at the Super Bowl Media Day, Ravens fans shouldn't be worried, either. Newsome more or less confirmed that the Ravens will use the franchise tag on Flacco if they don't get a long-term deal done before the tagging deadline by saying, "he'll be playing football for us next year." "We'll be able to get that thing done," Newsome said Tuesday. "But one thing we do know, he'll be playing football for us next year. And sometimes that's all you can look forward to is just next year."

Flacco not worried about critics

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/25/2013)The Baltimore Sun reports that Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco isn't worried what people think about him. He's just going out and playing his game, which has worked so far in leading Baltimore to Super Bowl XLVII against San Francisco in New Orleans. I really dont care, Flacco said. There are guys out there that have got to make a living on hating on somebody. If thats going to be us, if thats going to be me, then I plan on being around for a while. And if you want to continue to do it, Ill be here.

Flacco marches into Super Bowl

by Bill Passonno | CBSSports.com

(1/20/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco connected on 21 of his 36 passes for 240 yards and three touchdowns during Baltimore's stunning 28-13 victory over New England in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday. Flacco's three touchdown passes came in just over 10 minutes in the second half. He connected with Anquan Boldin for two touchdowns in the first four minutes of the fourth quarter -- a 3-yarder and an 11-yarder -- after hitting Dennis Pitta with a 5-yard strike with 6:14 left in the third. It was the second straight game he finished with three scores.

Flacco on fire in playoffs

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/18/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco hopes to remain hot heading into the AFC Championship Game at New England on Sunday. Flacco is playing great with 613 passing yards, five touchdowns and no interceptions in two playoff victories. He has at least 18 Fantasy points in seven of his past 10 games. More importantly, he has nine touchdowns, one interception and at least 250 passing yards in the four full games he played with Jim Caldwell as the offensive coordinator. He also has a good history against the Patriots. In Week 3 of this year, Flacco had 382 passing yards, three touchdowns and one interception. And in the AFC Championship Game last year he had 306 passing yards, two touchdowns and one interception and 27 rushing yards.

Flacco keeps Ravens alive

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(1/12/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco turned in a surprisingly dominant performance as he fired three touchdown passes and was nearly mistake-free during Saturday's AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Broncos. Flacco found Jacoby Jones on a desperation 70-yard touchdown strike with 31 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter to send the game to overtime. He completed 18 of 34 passes for 331 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions in a 38-35 double overtime victory. "At that point, you have to start taking shots," Flacco said. "You have to get a little lucky. Had to take a shot and everyone came through." Flacco also rushed for seven yards and lost a fumble on the night.

Flacco ready for Denver rematch

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/10/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is ready for his rematch with the Broncos in the Divisional round of the playoffs. Flacco faced Denver in Week 15 at home and was 20 of 40 passing for 254 yards, two touchdowns and one interception, which was good for 18 Fantasy points. He has played well of late with at least 18 Fantasy points in six of his past eight full games, with the lone exception being two matchups against the Steelers (he also barely played in Week 17 at Cincinnati). In the Wild Card round of the playoffs against the Colts, Flacco was 12 of 23 passing for 282 yards and two touchdowns.

Flacco thrives in second half

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(1/6/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco fired two second-half touchdowns Sunday against the Colts, leading Baltimore to 24-9 Wild Card playoff victory. Flacco had a disappointing first half, completing just 5 of 12 passes for 108 yards, but he turned it around in the second half by getting the football to veteran receiver Anquan Boldin, who managed five catches for 145 yards and one touchdown after halftime. Flacco started his second-half surge with a 50-yard completion to Boldin on the opening drive. One drive later he hit Dennis Pitta for a 20-yard touchdown. Boldin's 18-yard touchdown came with 9:14 left in the fourth quarter and capped the scoring for Baltimore. Flacco finished 12 of 23 for 282 yards. He was sacked once.

Flacco ready for playoffs

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/4/2013)Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco heads into the Wild Card round of the playoffs this weekend against the Colts glad to be at home. Flacco had at least 18 Fantasy points in three of his final four home games. He faces a Colts defense that has only allowed five quarterbacks to reach double digits in Fantasy points and just one since Week 13.